Palm Grove
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Palm Grove
Main Road, Takitumu, Southern Cook Islands, Cook Islands
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With a stay at Palm Grove in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area. This beach resort is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Wigmore's Waterfall and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Aroa Beach.Show More
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4.3/5Very Good·Cleanliness: 4.3
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Amenities
Outdoor swimming poolExclusive Beach AreaSnorkelingPrivate ParkingFreePriority airport pick-upLuggage StorageBarRestaurantPriority airport drop-offTaxi booking service
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Surroundings
Airport: Rarotonga International Airport
(11.8 km)
Landmarks: Ocean Toa Cook Islands
(660m)
Landmarks: Snorkel Cook Islands
(680m)
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Bungalow, 3 Bedrooms, Garden Area
Bedroom 1:2 King bed and 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area
Bedroom 1:2 Single bed and 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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Studio With Garden View
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside
Bedroom 1:2 Single bed and 2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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Studio-Beach Front
2 Single bed or 1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ocean view
Electric fan
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Superior One-Bedroom Bungalow
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Electric fan
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4.3/5
Very Good
51 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.3
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.3
- Service4.3
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Guest User
October 22, 2024
When planning the trip to Rarotonga, our travel agent offered a number of accommodation options to choose from. I read up on each one, but for some reason, I was continually drawn to Palm Grove. We are so pleased I chose this resort. Once we got thru customs, we were immediately greeted by Thai with leis. Once we checked in at the airport location, we were whisked away to the resort. Our flight from Honolulu arrived late at night, but Thai made sure everything was "good to go" upon arrival. Our bungalow was situated on the beach (less than 20 yards from the ocean) with amazing views. From that point on, our stay was fabulous, the service was impeccable, and anything we needed was readily available. Daily room service, daily breakfast at the Yellow Hibiscus, laundry, pool, Vodafone service, scooter rental, kayak, snorkeling gear, and more. Mama Tum and her crew went above and beyond to ensure our stay was amazing, and it was. Oh, and if you wanted to be "one with nature," the roosters, hens, baby chicks, myna birds, and our local canine (we named Cook) will keep you company. If I may make a brief plug, please donate to the Cook Islands SPCA as they help many of the animals survive day to day. Can't say enough good things about Palm Grove. Definitely a place we'll return to next time we visit Rarotonga.
Guest User
August 17, 2024
Palm Grove is as close to perfect as you can get. We stayed in a Bungalow (which was clean and have everything you need) on the beach, and spent days swimming, snorkeling and Kayaking. The resort is immaculate, if it was windy at the beach we spent time by the pool which was protected from the wind. The staff are exceptional, so friendly, and really helpful. The Restaurant was very good and reasonably priced. The resort has a bus stop, and is only a couple of hundred metres from a Supermarket and other restaurants. I'm not sure how they could improve.
Guest User
May 19, 2024
After reading all the reviews we thought this place sounded great !!! On arrival the bed configuration was wrong and apparently that was my fault!! NOT!! But they did change it, the attitude of the owner Betsy is terrible, rude, cold, unfriendly, walks past and never speaks, and very unapproachable, didn’t even say goodbye or thanks and the group of us provided her resort with alot of money. The room was cleanish, fridge was rusty, towels had holes in them and cream with age, housekeeping dont do alot, changing towels no sweeping floors or cleaning shower etc and we were there for 10 days. We spoke to some other guests and they had been there 10 years ago and said it was exactly the same then, in need of some serious money being spent on it. On weekends office closes at 12 and you cant get any snorkeling gear until the next morning which is a pain as its locked away and sometimes its a spur of the moment to want to go. The best thing about the place is Mama T an amazing friendly cook island local who works in office and restaurant, nothing was an issue for her and Tai the groundsman and transfer driver, great guy, and the grounds are lovely around the pool. The beach across the road is another bonus its great
Guest User
May 5, 2024
The location is perfect right next to the stunning beach, and the area and garden are well maintained. We stayed in a beachfront studio, and the view was amazing. It felt like we had our own beach, and you can snorkle right from the beach. The accommodation itself was spacious. It could use a bit of an upgrade, but the view made you forget it was a bit dated. The staff was absolutely fantastic and made you feel so welcome. The breakfast is very basic. The Sunday BBQ was so good, and we also enjoyed the a la carte options. You can walk to a small supermarket and a few restaurants.
Guest User
April 7, 2024
This place was amazing. We stayed in beach front cottages only steps from the crystal clear water. It was like having your own private beach. The staff were amazing & knew everyone's name. The food at the restaurant was very good & cheap, so that we didn't really have to dine anywhere else. I will definately come back.
Guest User
March 31, 2024
A beautiful spot to stay with the beach on your doorstep. We stayed in the beach bungalows with a stunning ocean view, private deck and the beach on our doorstep. Snorkelling was wonderful and the turtle snorkelling tour is 5mins walk. The staff are super friendly, greet you by name and go out of their way to assist you, which only adds to the experience. The rooms are clean, tidy and well maintained. The beach is stunning and this are of coast is a beautiful spot to stay with safe swimming/snorkelling on your doorstep. There is a welcoming pool also and the gardens, grounds etc are kept immaculate. The restaurant ha beautiful food and the complimentary breakfast was also a great start each morning. Will definitely be back!
Guest User
March 27, 2024
Beachfront villa was an absolutely superb location to stay in Raratonga. 100% recommend. The private beach and lagoon snorkeling was the best I've every experienced (turtles, octopus, eel and a huge variety of fish!). With kayaks and snorkels you can use free, it made this accessible and easy to enjoy. Staff were lovely, they helped us book activities and serviced the room regularly. Great breakfast buffet, shared book library and laundry facilities. Their Yellow hibiscus restaurant was yum and well priced for lunch and dinner; and located a short walk to Wigmores (supermarket) and adjoining food venue provided essentials and variety to allow us to make home meals and try some local kai. Would be great for couples or families who want special but more affordable options in Raro.
Guest User
March 13, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay at the Palm Grove in February. We stayed in one of the pool side garden suites which was very comfortable. Loved being close to the pool and surrounded by the beautiful landscaping. The property does have beachfront cabins but the garden side cabins are cheaper and it only takes a couple of minutes to walk across the road to the private beach. When a cyclone was forecast the beachfront cabins were boarded up for a few days so we were happy to be across the road away from the brunt of the storm. The beach is one of the nicest we found on Raro, in my opinion nicer than the very busy Muri Beach. Kayaks and snorkeling gear are available for guests to use. A light breakfast is served to guests every morning in the restaurant on the property. Cabins have kitchens but we ended up eating out more than usual as the restaurant and takeout food food was consistently good and affordable. We ate dinner at the Yellow Hibiscus restaurant several times and the food was delicious. Five minute walk to grocery store with cheap takeout food, coffee shop with free wifi, a nice beachfront restaurant Vaiana's, and a delicious takeout pizza place Fridays and Saturdays. Highly recommended.
Guest User
January 24, 2024
Great location on the island with a beautiful coral reef right outside. Stayed in beachfront bungalow, which I highly recommend. Some of the other resorts along lagoon are nice, but no coral, all waist deep sand. Breakfast of fruit, bread, and cereal was fine. Bus stops right outside resort and major grocery store is a 5 minute walk.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–23:30
Check-out: 08:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Fri]08:30–17:00, [Sat-Sun]08:30–12:00
To check-in, contact the property 3 days in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Opened: 1978
- Renovated: 2014
- Number of Rooms: 22
With a stay at Palm Grove in Rarotonga (Takitumu District), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area. This beach resort is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Wigmore's Waterfall and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Aroa Beach.
Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this resort include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at Yellow Hibiscus, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.
Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, while MP3 docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room.
Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this resort include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at Yellow Hibiscus, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.
Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, while MP3 docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Exclusive Beach Area
Snorkeling
Private ParkingFree
Priority airport pick-upAdditional charge
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Priority airport drop-offAdditional charge
Taxi booking service
Car Rental
Children's Pool
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public AreasAdditional charge
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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